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Population: 150’000 Area: 12’600km2
A tale of two coastlines
The subtropical Northland experience promises a contrast between the
relative sophistication of the east coast and the soulful simplicity of
the west coast.
Much of Northland's extensive coastline remains unspoilt - an aquatic
playground for adventure activities and escapist relaxation. Whangarei
and Opua are havens for international and local yachts; Tutukaka and
Russell are game fishing hot spots; the beaches of Doubtless Bay are
endlessly beautiful.
Throughout the region you’ll also enjoy the shopping, dining and
entertainment possibilities that stem from the distinctive local
culture, which embraces art, creativity, organic farming and
alternative thinking.
Northland’s history is rich and interesting. It is believed that the
first Polynesian voyagers arrived in Northland during the 11th century.
Today Waitangi is the seat of Maori culture, which is very much alive
in this region (32 percent of the population are Maori). European
settlement began in the 1840s, further enriching the region’s colourful
past.
- The birthplace of a nation: History has always been made in Northland.
The Hokianga Harbour was the first Polynesian landing place, Russell
was New Zealand’s first capital and the Treaty of Waitangi was signed
in the Bay of Islands.
- Beaches and islands: You can’t escape the ocean in subtropical
Northland - nor would you want to. Sail around the Bay of Islands, swim
with dolphins, dive a wreck or snooze under the pohutukawa trees.
- All kinds of indulgence: Fine wine, gourmet food, world class golf,
sumptuous spas and luxury lodges - these are passions that Northland
understands. For travellers who want to pack more pleasure into their
holiday, the sky’s the limit.
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